9 Best Desk Accessories for your Battlestation

When kitting out your gaming desk, there are a few basics you’ll need to create the perfect battlestation—a gaming chair, fast internet, and of course, a great gaming PC. But once you have the essentials sorted, it’s time to start thinking about the best gaming desk accessories to take your set-up to the next level.

From gaming keyboards to personalized mouse mats, here are 9 of the best desk accessories to give your battlestation a boost.

What are the best desk accessories for your battlestation?

Headset Stand

A gaming headset is a must-have for any gaming PC setup. But once you’re done gaming, where do you put your headset? On your desk!? On your chair arm or headrest!? For years, I’ve let my headphones rest on my chair’s headrest and even on my desk drawer handles. Your headset deserves a little more love than that, especially when it can cost upwards of $150s This is where a headset stand can come in. A headset stand is a perfect way to keep your gaming headset within reach and add a touch of style to your gaming station.

Today, there is a lot of variety when it comes to headsets. Companies like Corsair and Razer have made flashy RGB lighting headset stands. There are also more headphone stands that attach to the bottom of your desk like Ankers. If you want to go for a more subtle minimalistic Grovemade’s headphone stand has amazing build quality while looking clean and simple. No matter your style, there is a headset stand for you.

Headset/Headphones

After adding a headphone stand to your desk setup. A gaming headset is an essential piece of gaming gear. Whether you’re playing online or offline, a gaming headset will help you hear your opponents and communicate with your team. There are thousands of blog posts and Youtube videos on the best headset for gaming or the best headphones for everyday use. I’ve gone through my fair share of headphones, so for this post, I’ll recommend my favorite wireless and wired headsets.

For wireless, I recommend the Hyper X Cloud Flight. The Cloud Flight has an impressive 30-hour battery life, making it great for long gaming sessions. It’s also one of the lightest headsets I’ve used, weighing in at only 275 grams. The sound quality is superb, and the ear cups are very comfortable.

For the wired recommendation, I highly recommend the Drop’s PC38X. This headset is hands down the best gaming headset I’ve ever used. Its build material is mostly plastic but very durable. The ear cups are designed super well so comfort should not be a problem The sound quality in my view is unmatched for the price. You’re able to hear footsteps and audio cues amazingly well. Music also sounds smooth with more bass/ low end. It also has a good mic on the headset as an added feature if you don’t have a standalone microphone The only downside is the bland color design which is very much a subjective opinion.

Mousepad

A gaming mouse is another essential gaming accessory. But even the best gaming mice need a good mousepad to perform their best. A gaming mousepad also provides a comfortable surface for your wrist and can help you keep your gaming area organized. Some mousepads are also built with utility in mind. For example, Logitech’s Powerplay charges certain Logitech mice while in use. Size is also a customization option when choosing a mouse pad. XL Mouse pads can cover a good portion of your desk setup, holding not only your mouse but also your keyboard.

XL Mousepads and Deskpads can help with aesthetics as well as keeping your other accessories in line. Your keyboard, mouse, and other desk accessories can sit on top of your desk pad, creating a sort of desk ecosystem.

Keyboard

If you’re serious about gaming, then you know that a gaming keyboard is a must-have. Not only do gaming keyboards offer better performance, but they also come with cool features like backlighting and programmable keys. Mechanical keyboards have become very popular in recent years with customizable keycaps outfitting keyboards to make them look cool, cute, or both.

I recommend a keyboard that fits your everyday use. I have been using Logitech’s G915 TKL keyboard for a while. It’s by far the best keyboard I’ve ever used. It’s light yet durable. Wireless yet perfectly captures my inputs when I’m gaming. And the tactile switches feel amazing when I’m working or gaming.

Audio Interface

An audio interface is a must-have for any gaming PC setup. It allows you to connect your gaming headset and gaming keyboard to your computer so you can hear your games and chat with your friends.

There are a lot of different audio interfaces on the market. Some are designed for gaming while others are designed for music production. So what’s best for depends on what your primary use is. The world of DACs and pre-amps are vast. For now, I want to recommend audio interfaces that everyone can start with.

I have been using Audient EVO 4 for some time now. It’s an easy-to-use audio interface that will drastically improve your sound experience during gaming and work. It’s USB-C powered and makes it super easy to use XLR mics. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to improve their audio quality but haven’t yet fully got into the world of DACs and pre-amps.

There is also the Rode Al-1 audio interface and Elgato’s Wave XLR. Both are in the same price range as the EVO 4. The choice will boil down to form factors and software support.

Microphone

A gaming microphone is a must-have for any gaming PC setup. It allows you to communicate with your team and respond to you your opponents with age-old profanities. There are a lot of different gaming microphones on the market. But for now, I want to recommend two that everyone can start with.

For years, I’ve had the original Blue Yeti for years and it’s served me well. There is no fancy software or tuning, it’s a plug-and-play product that produces studio-like audio recordings. Now Logitech and Blue have created Blue Yeti X, the supposed successor to Blue Yeti. It’s a great all-around microphone that will capture your voice clearly. It has four pickup patterns: cardioid, bidirectional, omnidirectional, and stereo. You can’t go wrong with either

Screenbar/Monitor Lightbar

Screenbars are a piece of tech, I recently go into. At night, your room light or the desk lamp around may not be enough to see your desk. Or you want to reduce eye strain while clearing desk space. A screen bar is built for these situations. It’s a USB-powered LED light that attaches to the top of your screen and provides adjustable, focused light for gaming in low-light conditions.

Currently, the best in the market is BenQ’s Halo ScreenBar which can illuminate the front and the back of the monitor making work or gaming more comfortable for the eyes. It’s also paired with a sleek-looking wireless controller that adjusts the brightness and color temperatures.

Even if it’s the best in the market, the Halo screen bar runs on the pricier side. There is a good alternative for cheaper, the Quntis light bar PRO+. It’s a dimmable light bar that also comes with a wireless controller. The best part is, it’s half of the price.

USB Hub

With the desk accessories, I mentioned prior, you need some sort of hub to take all the USB connections while keeping your battlestation clean. A USB hub is a great way to keep your gaming area organized and tidy. It allows you to connect all of your gaming peripherals to your computer in one place. There are a lot of different USB docks on the market. But for now, I want to recommend two that everyone can start with.

I currently use a 4-port Sabrent USB hub. It’s a small form factor that can be tucked away and houses the receivers of my wireless peripherals. I’ve had no problems with speed or connectivity. I can also use their individual power switches to quickly turn off the USB, should a situation arise when I need to. The best part of having it as a small form factor is that it’s great for travel.

Anker also has a similar 4-port USB Hub. It has a super slim form factor and a USB end cable is 2 ft long, great for any configuration. However, it is more expensive and doesn’t have switch functionality like the Sabrent USB hub. Both are great options, that will definitely improve tidiness and cable management.

Desk Organizer

A desk organizer is a great way to keep your gaming area organized and tidy. It helps you keep your desk free of clutter so you can focus on either your game or work. It’s quite difficult to find a desk organizer that has aesthetics. But I do have one that would be a great addition.

You can think of desk organizers as folder trays, which you’ve seen at schools or workplaces. They can also be built as a way to not only manage folders but also small items like jewelry and keys. The Yamazaki desk bar organizer adds a great touch to your workstation by not only providing a modern design to your area but also functions also to hold the small items prone to creating clutter.

My Final Thoughts and Views

Once you have your core setup, desk accessories can really help accent your workstation and breath life into your battlestation. Whether it’s a simple desk organizer or a more complex USB hub, these accessories can really help you take your station to the next level. These are only a few of the must-haves in my opinion. But I’m always on the lookout for new innovative desk toys to add to my ever-growing collection.

So there you have it, 9 must-have gaming desk accessories for any battle station. These are just a few of the must-have gaming desk accessories for your battlestation in 2022. For more gaming gear and accessories and other tech products, check out my other posts on Navo’s View.

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